How Often Should You Really Get Your Lash Extensions Filled?

How Often Should You Really Get Your Lash Extensions Filled?

When I first started getting lash extensions, I thought I could just show up once and enjoy perfect lashes forever. Wrong. A few weeks in, my once-full set started looking sparse, uneven, and—let’s be honest—kind of sad. That’s when I learned about lash fills... and how important they are to keeping that fresh, fluffy look.

So how often do you really need to get your lashes filled? Here’s what I learned from experience (and from the lash pros at TD Beauty Spa):

1. The Magic Number Is Every 2–3 Weeks

Most lash artists recommend getting a fill every 2 to 3 weeks—and now I understand why. Our natural lashes shed daily (yes, even without extensions), and extensions fall off with them. By the end of week two, I was missing enough lashes that my set didn’t look balanced anymore.

Waiting too long between fills means your lashes start to look uneven… and at a certain point, you’ll need a full new set instead of just a touch-up.

2. Your Lash Cycle Affects Everything

Everyone’s natural lash cycle is different. Some people shed faster, especially during seasonal changes. If you're someone who notices a lot of shedding, you might want to book fills closer to every 2 weeks. If you retain lashes really well, you might be able to stretch it to 3–3.5 weeks.

I learned to pay attention to my lashes—not just the calendar.

3. Proper Aftercare Makes Fills Last Longer

Let’s be real: I wasn’t always great with lash aftercare. I skipped cleansing, rubbed my eyes, and used oil-based products. And my lashes paid the price—literally. When I started washing them properly, brushing them daily, and avoiding makeup around my eyes, they lasted longer between fills.

Good retention = fewer gaps = easier, faster fills.

4. Fills Are Cheaper Than Full Sets (So Don’t Skip Them!)

A lot of people try to push their fills to save money. But here’s the thing: if you wait too long and too many extensions fall out, you’ll be charged for a full set instead of a fill. That means more time, more money, and more work.

Now I never skip my fill appointment—and my lashes always look fresh.

5. Your Lash Artist Will Guide You

At TD Beauty Spa, my lash tech showed me exactly what was going on with my lash retention and helped me figure out my perfect fill schedule. Sometimes I needed to come in sooner. Other times, she said I was doing great and could stretch it out.

The point is: your lash artist isn’t just there to apply lashes. They’re your partner in keeping your look on point.

Final Thoughts

If you want to keep your lashes full, even, and gorgeous—don’t ghost your lash tech. Regular fills are the secret to long-lasting beauty and that clean, put-together look every day.

Every 2–3 weeks might sound like a lot… until you realize how much time it saves you from mascara, lash curlers, and morning mirror stress.

✨ Trust me, your future self (and your selfies) will thank you.